The expansive, winding coastline has created many "hidden gems" for tourists to discover. The powdery white sand beaches and the coral reefs that has caused so many ship wrecks in the past have made Antigua and Barbuda one of the best spots in the Caribbean for snorkelers, scuba divers and water sport enthusiasts alike.
Antigua is also home to one of the premier sailing events in the world, Sailing Week and the fascinating island of Barbuda, once a scavenger's paradise because so many ships wrecked on its reefs, is now home to one of the region's most significant bird sanctuaries.